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Astros Facing Most Important Stretch of 2026 Season

The month of May definitely could've gone better for the Houston Astros. Heck, the entire season up to this point could've gone better. After starting the month with a series victory over the flailing Boston Red Sox, the Astros proceeded to lose three series in a row before finally getting off the schneid against the Texas Rangers.

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Astros Trending in the RIGHT DIRECTION?

While the Astros are in the throws of another slow start, despite some recent success there aren’t many Astros fans who see any trends going in the right direction.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 1

Astros Legends Series 20: Danny Darwin

He pitched for 20 seasons, 8 clubs, and was a member of the beloved 1986 Astros. The Legends Series 20th installment features Danny Darwin, who amassed 171 wins throughout his career. Q: What did you think of Nolan Ryan’s nickname of “Dr.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 1

In the lab: Astros infield Bases per out

As we go through some of these statistical series it becomes important to occasionally go back and explain the whys and what fors for these numbers. Simply put, the more numbers we can use to demonstrate the difference between players the better.

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most K's to start an MLB career' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / June 1

Tatsuya Imai Shares Key Takeaways After Astros' Tough Series Finale Loss to Brewers

The Houston Astros might be playing better baseball as of late, but losses like the one in the series finale against the Milwaukee Brewers at home are the gutpunches every team has to learn to deal with.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / May 31

5 Greatest Houston Astros Pitchers of All Time

While the best teams in the history of the Houston Astros are driven by the bats -- highlighted by the "Killer B's" of Craig Biggio, Jeff Bagwell, and Lance Berkman -- the pitching has been sparkling as well.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / May 31

5 Greatest Houston Astros Hitters of All Time

The Houston Astros were one of the most fearsome dynasties in recent MLB memory, making the ALCS or World Series in every year from 2017 to 2022 and winning it all in 2017 and 2022.

MLB News / Sport Relay / May 31

Brewers Edge Astros Behind Strong Pitching

The Houston Astros fell to the Milwaukee Brewers, 2–0, on Sunday afternoon at Daikin Park as Brewers pitching delivered a scoreless performance in the series finale.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski finishes May with a bang vs. Astros

It comes as no surprise that Milwaukee Brewers flamethrower Jacob Misiorowski finished the month of May delivering another gem of a performance.

Blue Jays targeting Shane Bieber's return to help boost rotation

Pirates lose star shortstop Konnor Griffin to a potential serious injury

Sonny Gray has been highly effective on the mound following IL stint

Blue Jays OF Jesus Sanchez suffers most bizarre injury of MLB season

The 'Most K's to start an MLB career' quiz

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 31

Astros Reliever Finally Trending in Right Direction Despite Costly Mishap

To say that the Houston Astros haven't been having the most fun in general this season is a fair statement. Injuries have plagued the roster, and key players have had their fair share of personal struggles on the field.

Yordan Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 31

Yordan Alvarez getting cooked by 103 mph Miz heat leaves insider’s mind blown

The Houston Astros are hoping for big things each game from designated hitter Yordan Alvarez. Alvarez got smoked on Sunday by Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 31

Astros’ Cristian Javier gets massive injury update from Joe Espada

As Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier has been dealing with a shoulder injury that has kept him out for the majority of the season, the 29-year-old does get a big update on Sunday.

Yordan Alvarez News / Houston Astros on SI / May 31

Mind Boggling Stat Proves Astros Yordan Alvarez Owns Rangers at Globe Life

The Houston Astros might not be facing off with their in-state and division rivals anymore, but what Yordan Alvarez did, and has done, against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, should not be ignored.

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The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz

The 'Men's French Open champions' quiz

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz

Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / May 31

Behind Jeremy Pena, Astros chase series win vs. Brewers

Houston shortstop Jeremy Pena routinely is lauded for his production and personality, and the Astros missed both while he spent 33 games on the injured list earlier this season because of a hamstring strain.

MLB News / Sport Relay / May 30

Peña, Walker Lift Astros Over Brewers

The Houston Astros defeated the Milwaukee Brewers, 9–2, on Saturday afternoon at Daikin Park behind a strong offensive performance from Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 30

Astros use active bats to cool down Brewers

Jeremy Pena and Isaac Paredes capped three-run uprisings with two-run, extra-base hits to help the Houston Astros claim a 9-2 victory over the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 30

Astros Receive Two Massive Updates on Return Timelines for Injured Players

As the Houston Astros' season starts to flip on its head, with the franchise being 7-3 over its last 10 games, things are starting to look up. Though the record might not show it, currently 26-33 entering game two against the Milwaukee Brewers, Houston is 3.5 games back of first place in the AL West.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 30

Astros’ Jose Altuve, Cristian Javier receive crucial injury updates on Saturday

The Houston Astros received important injury updates Saturday, with Jose Altuve and Cristian Javier both moving closer to returns. Altuve’s progress offered the more encouraging immediate outlook, while Javier’s rehab plan gave Houston a clearer timeline for a starter trying to reset after a difficult opening stretch.

Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / May 29

Jose Altuve Injury Update: Astros 2B Takes Step Forward

Jose Altuve has moved one step closer to returning to the Houston Astros after making progress in his recovery from an oblique injury. According to reporter Brian McTaggart, Altuve traveled back to Houston on Thursday and will work out with the Astros during the club’s upcoming homestand.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 28

Surging Astros secure series win over Rangers

Jeremy Pena and Isaac Paredes homered and Spencer Arrighetti tossed six strong innings as the Houston Astros clinched a series win with a 5-1 win over the Texas Rangers on Thursday in Arlington, Texas.

Amos Willingham News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 28

Marlins, Amos Willingham Agree To Minor League Deal

The Marlins and right-hander Amos Willingham have agreed to a minor league contract, per Ari Alexander of 7News. The Gaeta Sports Management client is headed to Triple-A Jacksonville for the time being.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 28

Astros' Yordan Alvarez is performing as the best hitter in MLB

The lethal combination of his raw power and exceptional plate discipline has made him a major threat at the plate.

The 'MLB players hit by the most pitches in 2019' quiz

Spencer Arrighetti News / Just Baseball / May 26

Spencer Arrighetti’s Continued Success Would Go a Long Way for the Astros

The Houston Astros have finished first or second in the AL West each year since 2016. A team that has built a sustainable winner from the ground up and won two World Series is not all too familiar with its current spot near the bottom with the Angels.

Daniel Johnson News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 25

Astros Release Daniel Johnson

The Astros have released Daniel Johnson, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. The outfielder played in eight games for Houston and another 12 for Triple-A Sugar Land this season.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 25

Trio of Astros pitchers combine to make history in win over Rangers

In making the 2026 Memorial Day holiday a memorable one, the Houston Astros put together an historic performance in a win over their in-state rival, the Texas Rangers, on Monday night.

Rangers offense reaches rock bottom in no-hit loss to Astros

Jacob Misiorowski dominates again as Brewers continue hot stretch

Guardians' Tanner Bibee ties record for home runs given up in a game

White Sox back above .500 as Rikuu Nishida shines in MLB debut

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki has turned a corner over his last four starts

Red Sox's Garrett Crochet progressing well after injury